ICC reveals star-studded commentary team for Women's T20 World Cup 2026

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed a world-class, female-led commentary team for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, reflecting the depth of expertise, experience and influence that continues to drive the growth of women’s cricket globally.

Bringing together ICC World Cup winners, former international captains, accomplished broadcasters and some of the most respected voices in the game, the commentary team will provide expert analysis, insight and storytelling throughout all 33

matches of the tournament, starting 12 June when England face Sri Lanka and culminating in the final at Lord’s on 5 July.

The commentary team features several ICC World Cup winners with first-hand experience of success on cricket’s biggest stages. Mel Jones and Julia Price were members of Australia’s victorious ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup-winning side, while Stacy-Ann King was part of the West Indies team that lifted the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.

Isa Guha and Ebony Rainford-Brent both enjoyed success in England’s ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup-winning team and were also members of the squad that won the inaugural ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in 2009, the last time the tournament was staged in England. In the men’s game, Matthew Hayden is a two-time ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup winner, while Dinesh Karthik and Carlos Brathwaite are ICC Men’s T20 World Cup winners with India and West Indies, respectively.

The line-up also includes some of the most recognisable and respected voices in contemporary cricket broadcasting. Nasser Hussain, Ian Bishop and Ian Smith, whose commentary formed part of the iconic broadcast of the unforgettable ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2019 final at Lord’s, will reunite at another global event in England, bringing decades of experience and insight to the tournament.

They are joined by former captains and international stars Mithali Raj, Tash Farrant, Anjum Chopra, Simon Doull, Veda Krishnamurthy, Sana Mir, Isobel Joyce and Katey Martin.

Joining the line-up are an accomplished group of presenters and broadcasters in Charles Dagnall, Natalie Germanos, Alan Wilkins, Laura McGoldrick, Jatin Sapru, Kass Naidoo, Raunak Kapoor and Ali Mitchell. They have all helped narrate some of the sport’s most memorable moments and will bring their trademark insight, energy and storytelling to audiences this summer.

Mel Jones

“This is the biggest ICC Women’s T20 World Cup ever, and it feels like a real milestone for the game. This tournament is a fitting celebration of how far women's cricket has come, and through our broadcast, fans everywhere will experience the skill, drama and emotion that continue to drive the sport forward.”

Mithali Raj

“The depth of talent across the 12 competing teams is remarkable. Wherever you look, there are world-class players capable of producing moments that can define a tournament, and I can't wait to share those moments with the world.”

Isa Guha

“All of the host cities and venues provide a wonderful stage for an event of this magnitude, which will be reflected both in the stadium and on broadcast. Fans will experience world-class cricket in some of the most iconic settings our sport has to offer.”

Nasser Hussain

“The passion surrounding women’s cricket, and the breadth of talent across the world, has never been stronger. The players taking the field this summer will help shape the future of the game and inspire the next generation to follow in their footsteps.”

Katey Martin

“The players competing this summer have the chance to leave a lasting impact that goes beyond the sport. The performances and stories we witness will inspire young girls from every corner of the globe to pick up a bat or ball for years to come.”

Ian Bishop

“Every ICC event creates moments that live on long after the trophy is lifted, and this tournament has all the ingredients to produce memories that will be remembered by fans for generations. It is a privilege to help tell the stories of the players who will inspire the next generation to dream bigger than ever before.”